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Taste of The Philippines Info
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Dine-in
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Lunch
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Solo dining
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Comfort food
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Casual
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NFC mobile payments
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Good for kids
Best WLM Reviews
I had heard about The Taste of Philippines and was excited to try it. It was scrumptious! I had the noodles, adobo and the ground beef with carrots and potatoes. You will enjoy the food! The 2 ladies were so sweet and energetic. They let me try some samples. I got the portion with 2 sides, which comes with a free drink. The serving was generous for a good price, plus leftovers for dinner. I plan to go back and highly recommend this place to others!
5 stars for service. Run by the friendliest ladies who let me, who had never had Philippino food before try everything first. The pork dishes were too fatty, but that’s just me. You can’t really argue with the portion sizes either. I’d love to bring friends here next time.
I have lived in Rochester for 24 years and today was the first time I’ve ever uttered the words “Let’s go get Filipino food” that isn’t my own or my family’s house. When I finally got here and tasted the food, it brought back the joys and memories of my family’s cooking and all of the flavor that my people have spent centuries refining, perfecting, and inheriting. Now we have a place in Rochester where people can enjoy such flavorful and robust food (More specifically Ilocano and Kapampangan dishes!)
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Let’s start with the Pork Adobo: (Soy-Vinegar based Braised Pork Belly served over Rice). This Adobo is rich in umami, the pork belly melts in your mouth as it releases the flavor it stores from the meat. I can tell that this Adobo has been slow cooked and marinated for at least 6-8 hours. This is the absolute gem of Filipino cooking/flavor. This is the dish that most Filipinos serve people who’ve never had Filipino food- so if you’re one of those people- DEFINITELY get this dish!
I also had the Kalderetang Kambing (Tomato-based Lamb Stew over Rice). This is absolutely flavorful. The flavor from the Lamb that has been cooking for several hours until it can fall off the bone- mixed with aromatics and tomato sauce was delightful to taste. This is the type of dish you serve only on special occasions- and they delivered this dish masterfully! The flavor is deep (savory, hearty, subtle tomato)
It also had the Vegetarian Munggo (Mung bean stew/soup- over rice). Although I would’ve preferred Munggo with Pork/Chicharron, this was still a very hearty, warm, and comforting dish. It was still savory (maybe used Vegetable stock vs. pork/chicken stock). This is a perfect dish to get for those who have special dietary needs! (It’s also the comfort food of many Filipinos on a cold day). Munggo is equivalent to Middle-Eastern Lentil dishes- but a different bean!
I also got to try their Biko (Cassava Cake; Rice-Flour-based cake with Coconut and grated cassava topped with caramelized sugar). This was a perfect Cassava cake- not too sweet, and the balance of the coconut-cassava flavors were wonderful to taste.
I wish they would open longer or even on the weekends, but totally understand the amount of time prepping these delicious dishes! After all, most of the menu items they serve take several hours to make!!! This is definitely a place I’d love to come back to over and over again- and to try their other dishes!
After fasting all day the day before and eating airport food the day before that, my body needed wholesome food. Taste of the Philippines serves up freshly cut and prepared daily food. The 2 ladies who make the food and run the restaurant are a delight. By the time they finished offering samples, I wasn't sure I would be very hungry. The food is fabulous. You can't beat the bargain. $14 for 2 main dishes. The rice and noodles are included. A small salad and a drink are also included. I strongly recommend this establishment. It is in a food court, so atmosphere is what it is. Tables are well spaced apart on the food court and it wasn't noisy.
The food was incredible and authentic. My family is Filipino so we cook it at home often and we know the real deal. However, let me tell you about the owner! She thought she recognized me as someone else, and I wasn’t them, but we ended up spending so much time talking about the culture of the Philippines, our Filipino babies, and how food can bring people together. I am here getting at treatment at Mayo and it has been scary, uncomfortable, and overwhelming at times. To have someone meet me with such kindness and love, you could taste in the food and feel in the atmosphere, was so healing. I would recommend this food and this experience a million times over again for someone who needs some good food and a good conversation. It isn’t every day you get a belly full of good food, a memorable conversation, and a stranger who prays for you and becomes a friend. ????
Best place to eat in the galleria. Food tastes great, portions are generous, and the ladies who work there are very charming and friendly. Very reasonable prices as well, only $15 for a massive three-entree meal with rice.
Decided to stop at this food stand because it smelled really good. The owner is very kind, and took time to explain everything. The portions are very generous and the food is well made.
Pancit is wonderful, it’s a light and refreshing add a meat to it and enjoy. I will definitely eat here again.
It’s hard to find if you’re coming from the street, there’s a double set of doors that says skyway on it, go in and take the elevator to the 2nd floor and turn right as you’re getting off the elevator.
Quick Facts About Taste of The Philippines
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM - 02:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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